Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Vang Vieng?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Vang Vieng or Tokyo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Vang Vieng or Tokyo? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Vang Vieng or Tokyo?
Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng is a town in the Vientiane province of Laos that sits along the banks of the Nam Song River. With its beautifully carved karst topography cliffs towering over the winding river, the area has become very tourist-oriented for those seeking to explore the outdoor wonders. People from all over come to engage in the unique landscape-mountain biking, trekking, kayaking, caving, swimming, and rock climbing, amongst others.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Laos, The Best Budget Tours to Laos, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Vang Vieng Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVang Vieng $18Tokyo $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Vang Vieng is $18, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $176. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Vang Vieng and Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVang Vieng $4.19Tokyo $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVang Vieng $8.38Tokyo $148
Compare Hotels in Vang Vieng and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Vang Vieng or Tokyo? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Vang Vieng Hotel Prices and Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vang Vieng $3.07Tokyo $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vang Vieng
Also for Vang Vieng, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vang Vieng Private Transfer: Hotel - Railway Station - Vientiane: $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Nagano: $805
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Hakone: $426
- Shuttle Van Tour Tokyo for 4 Hours or 6 Hours+Transfer Time: $368
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $352
- Private Transfer from Haneda/Narita Airport to Hotel: $308
- Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Tachikawa City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $292
- Private Transfer: Haneda Airport HND to Tokyo by Sedan Car: $286
- Departure Private Transfer: Tokyo to Haneda Airport HND in Sedan: $286
- Private Airport Transfer: Hotel in Tokyo → Narita Airport (NRT): $284
- Tokyo 5-Hour Private Charter with NRT/HND Airport Transfer: $273
- Tokyo Departure Private Transfers from Tokyo City to Tokyo-Narita Airport NRT: $269
- Airport Transfer: Tokyo City to Narita Airport NRT by Luxury Van: $269
Is it cheaper to fly into Vang Vieng or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo and Vang Vieng change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayVang Vieng $11Tokyo $62
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.02
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.02
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Meal at Airport$6.55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hide's Table A Unique Dinner Gathering Every Wednesday Night: $19
- Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market: Traditional Culture & Street Food Tour: $19
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $22
- Shibuya 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Shinjuku 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Asakusa: Senso-ji Sightseeing & Street Food Tour with Photos: $29
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $32
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour: $32
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Private Yanaka District Walking & Food Tour: $45
- Weekend Japanese Cooking Demonstration with a Tokyo Mom, Toshiko: $49
- Matcha Making Tokyo Number One Cooking Class: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vang Vieng $4.70Tokyo $66
Tours and Activities in Vang Vieng
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vang Vieng.
- 1 Day Guided Tour in Cave from Vang Vieng: $175
- BBQ Lunch Cruise on Nam Ngum Lake: $50
- Get Your Laos–China Train Ticket Fast – No Waiting, No Worries: $30
- Laos: Jungle Zipline and Caving Tour: $58
- Nam Xay Viewpoint Hike & Blue Lagoon 1 Tour in Vang Vieng: $180
- Nam Xay Viewpoint Hike and Blue Lagoon Tour: $79
- One Day Guided Tour: Kayaking, Zipline & Tubing In The Cave from Vang Vieng: $50
- Paramotor Experience in Vang Vieng Laos: $165
- Ultimate Kayak, Zipline and Tube Adventure in Vang Vieng: $113
- Vang Vieng 1-Day Cave Exploration Tour with Guide: $175
- Vang Vieng 2 Day Shared Hot Air Balloon Tour: $269
- Vang Vieng Adventure Day Tour: Kayaking, Zipline & Cave Tubing: $75
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- “Daikoku Car Meet Night Tour | JDM Experience in Tokyo”: $255
- "Enjoy Tokyo Tour" Harajuku Meiji-jingu & Delicious Sake Tasting: $64
- (Private tour)ShinjukuUnfiltered Secret bar restaurant Tour: $255
- 1 Day Tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone from Tokyo: $189
- 1 Day Walking Tour in Asakusa Traditional Tokyo and Nature: $146
- 1-Day Mt Fuji and Hakone Sightseeing trip from Tokyo: $338
- 1-Day Mt.Fuji Hiking Tour(Subashiri 5th to 7th) from Tokyo: $101
- 1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour: $124
- 1-Hour Tokyo Tour in Lamborghini Huracan: $281
- 1-Hour Tokyo Tour in Tokyo Drift Mazda RX7: $281
- 100% PRIVATE Anime, Manga, Game & Pop Culture Tour in Akihabara: $99
- 10:30 local gathering and rafting tour half day (3 hours): $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVang Vieng $1.10Tokyo $32
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Tokyo Sake Terroir Journey – Guided by Sake Brewery Professional: $89
- Tokyo Shinjuku Gay Bar Crawl with Drinks: $90
- Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local Foods-: $102
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $109
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo: $121
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $131
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $147
- Private Tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and Riverside Walk: $239
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vang Vieng and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Vang Vieng much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vang Vieng would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vang Vieng and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo than you might in Vang Vieng.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vang Vieng Expensive? and Is Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vang Vieng or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 330 times larger than the population of Vang Vieng. When comparing the sizes of Vang Vieng and Tokyo, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Vang Vieng or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Vang Vieng experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vang Vieng or Tokyo in the Summer?
Both Tokyo and Vang Vieng are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vang Vieng throughout the year. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
Vang Vieng is cooler than Tokyo in the summer. The daily temperature in Vang Vieng averages around 22°C (72°F) in July, and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Vang Vieng usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tokyo during summer. Vang Vieng gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. In July, Vang Vieng usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Vang Vieng gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVang Vieng 22°C (72°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Vang Vieng or Tokyo in the Autumn?
Both Tokyo and Vang Vieng during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Vang Vieng because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Tokyo for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Vang Vieng is a little warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vang Vieng in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Tokyo averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Vang Vieng. In the autumn, Vang Vieng often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Vang Vieng gets 222 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 129 hours of full sun.
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Vang Vieng usually gets less rain in October than Tokyo. Vang Vieng gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVang Vieng 23°C (73°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Vang Vieng or Tokyo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vang Vieng and Tokyo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vang Vieng year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Tokyo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Vang Vieng is generally much warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Vang Vieng average around 24°C (75°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
In Vang Vieng, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vang Vieng usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during winter. Vang Vieng gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vang Vieng usually receives more rain than Tokyo. Vang Vieng gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVang Vieng 24°C (75°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Vang Vieng or Tokyo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vang Vieng as well as Tokyo. Vang Vieng attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Tokyo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Vang Vieng is much warmer than Tokyo in the spring. The daily temperature in Vang Vieng averages around 23°C (73°F) in April, and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vang Vieng this time of the year. In the spring, Vang Vieng often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Vang Vieng gets 230 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 161 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. Vang Vieng receives a lot of rain in the spring. Vang Vieng usually gets more rain in April than Tokyo. Vang Vieng gets 188 mm (7.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVang Vieng 23°C (73°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo and Vang Vieng
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (73°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.